Business Notebook: Brush native to head up Akron bank

Mitch Kendrick, a native of Brush, has been named as Bank of Colorado market president in Akron, a press release from Bank of Colorado Regional President Steve Meier reads.

"I am excited to have stepped into a larger role with Bank of Colorado. This is a great organization that understands the needs and importance of being a community partner," Kendrick said.

Kendrick has 15 years of banking experience, with a wide range of experience in meeting the needs of customers and helping grow their local businesses, the release reads. He had worked for Farm Credit in La Junta prior to joining Bank of Colorado, serving the Akron and Otis communities as market president for what was Northstar Bank.

"Mitch is a man of character that raises the level of work of all those around him," Meier said. "Our community and staff are lucky to have him."

Mitch took over the role of market president from Matt Pieper on July 1, 2018. Matt has been serving the Akron community as part-time branch president for the past four years. During that time, Pieper not only oversaw the Akron branch and construction of the new location, but also operated his family farm. Matt has chosen to devote more of his time to his farming operation and his family. Pieper will continue with Bank of Colorado in a part time role, as a senior vice president of the Akron branch.

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"I care greatly about this community and I love my family very much. I'm so thankful Bank of Colorado is providing me with the flexibility to continue to serve both," Pieper said. "This was a very difficult decision, but thanks to Steve's leadership, and Mitch's capabilities, this has been a smooth transition for all. I'm truly grateful to work for such a family-oriented and community focused company."

Kendrick opened his first account with Bank of Colorado as a child in Brush, and while attending both Northeastern Junior College (and later Colorado State University), he got his first job in banking with the Sterling Bank of Colorado location.

"Early in my career, I saw, first-hand, Bank of Colorado's commitment to community, and I'm very excited to be back with this organization and serving the people in our market," Kendrick said.

Kendrick lives south of Platner with his wife, Erin, and their three children.

Plains Building Systems, LLC, has joined 100 builders in the Midwest who represent Wick Buildings.

Carter completed a three-day session to learn about high quality post-frame engineering and construction techniques, as well as building systems for the professional builder. The program was held at the Wick Buildings headquarters in Mazomanie, Wisconsin, from Feb. 19-21.

"Our builders are learning the best practices in engineered post-frame construction and customer service," said Allan Breidenbach, president of Wick Buildings. "Wick and Plains Building Systems will continue to invest in training to ensure that buyers are getting the maximum value for every dollar they invest in their building."

Fort Morgan first responders and emergency personnel, including police officers, sheriff deputies, firefighters, active duty military and veterans are being offered all current fitness classes for the entire month of April, a press release from Star Athletic Club owners Kim and Brian Grennan reads.

For the entire month, all emergency personnel will not be charged to attend Star's group fitness classes. Information including class descriptions and class schedules can be found on the Star Athletic Club website at starathleticclub.com.

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